09 Nov Locked Out 2022: 4.6 Million+ With Felony Conviction Can’t Vote
In the United States, more than 4.6 million Americans cannot vote because of a felony conviction on their record. Why?
Felony Disenfranchisement Tag
07 Jul Restoring Voting Rights After A Conviction: A Pamela Moses Update
Restoring your voting rights after a criminal conviction isn't easy, and Pamela Moses' case shows how officials scare you from even trying.
11 Feb Voting Reform and Criminal Justice Reform Go Hand in Hand
Republicans are working hard to restrict voting rights ahead of the 2022 midterms. In 2021 alone, 440 bills across 49 states sought to restrict voting rights.
30 Aug NC Judges Won’t Delay Voting Rights for Those Convicted of Felonies
NC judges temporarily refused to take away voting rights of thousands with felonies on their record while lawsuit alleging racism continues.
30 Apr Voting is Just One Part of Felony Disenfranchisement
From public housing to grant programs to welfare assistance, having a felony record can prevent you from accessing government support programs. For people reentering society, these obstacles only exacerbate other difficulties in life after prison.
24 Mar Felony Disenfranchisement Remains a Problem In The United States
The problem of disenfranchisement is a state-by-state issue, and it’s not just about voting. Even with nationwide support to overturn disenfranchisement laws, some states are doubling down on their right to deny felons certain constitutional protections.
05 Mar Right to Vote in Prison Takes a Monumental Step
While the amendment ultimately failed, 97 Democratic lawmakers voted to support the right to vote in prison, a monumental step forward.